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Prison staff warned not to use unsafe cells as overcrowding hits 98.5%

Leaked documents show prison governors in England and Wales were cautioned about using unsafe cells to manage overcrowding. Members of the Prison Governors' Association were advised to verify that cells conformed to health and safety standards. The adult male prison system is operating at 98.5% capacity, accommodating approximately 83,400 prisoners.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 September 2026 at 6:18

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